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Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has revealed a decision on the team’s 2026 driver line-up has been postponed to allow maximum attention on the F1 title race.
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has delayed the decision on the team’s 2026 driver lineup to focus on the Formula 1 title race. The announcement was initially expected after the Mexico City Grand Prix. Max Verstappen is under contract until 2028, but his teammate and Racing Bulls representation remain undecided. Yuki Tsunoda currently partners with Verstappen, but Isack Hadjar is anticipated to take over, with Arvid Lindblad potentially moving to Racing Bulls. Marko stated they will prioritize the championship fight before finalizing the driver lineup announcement, likely around the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Laurent Mekies supports the decision to assess the drivers thoroughly before making a choice, emphasizing the importance of giving everyone a fair chance to demonstrate their skills on the track.
